2024 Lasithi Travel Guide: Must-see attractions, popular food, hotels, transportation routes (updated in December)

Cave of Zeus - Crete Island, Greece

The rocky Greek island of Crete is famous for its caves. One of them is known as the Cave of Zeus. This is an ancient Minoan sacred cave on the Lasithi plateau in eastern Crete. The Cave of Zeus is one of the island's most visited attractions. A large number of skillfully illuminated stalactites and stalagmites will not leave anyone indifferent. In addition, from the entrance to the cave offers a fantastic view of the plain, surrounded by mountains. It is noteworthy that this cave is known by different names. It is called the Cave of Psychro because it is located next to the village of Psychro. The second name - Dikteyskaya Cave - she received from the mountain range Dikteon (Dikteon), in which she is located. And finally, the third - the most famous name - the Cave of Zeus. It appeared thanks to a legend according to which the great Thunderer Zeus himself was born and raised here. #bucketlistreboot #greece